Proclamations

President Buu Nygren proclaims November as Purple Heart Nation Month, honoring Navajo warriors and Purple Heart recipients. The Navajo Nation will remember their bravery and sacrifice through ceremony, education, and community gatherings in the spirit of Hozho.

Navajo Nation proclaims October 2025 as “Spay & Neuter Awareness Month,” emphasizing responsible pet ownership, animal welfare, reducing stray populations, disease prevention, and encouraging partnerships with nonprofits for sustainable community solutions.

The Navajo Nation proclaims its support for protecting the culturally and ecologically vital “Lands Between” in Utah. This unprotected area holds sacred sites and traditional knowledge, and its preservation upholds Indigenous heritage, sovereignty, and sustainability.

Navajo Nation proclaims May 18-24, 2025, Emergency Medical Service Week, recognizing EMS teams—including EMTs, paramedics, and support staff—for their 24/7 dedication and crucial role in saving lives, under the theme “WE CARE. FOR EVERYONE.”

Navajo Nation proclaims May 4-10, 2025, Corrections Officers Week, honoring correctional officers and personnel for their dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to public safety and justice.